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Purple · Petrol · 2005 · 1,994 cc

LS05 KVMMOT history

LS05 KVM is a purple petrol Subaru Impreza first used on 15 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 159,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

LS05 KVM purple Subaru Impreza – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Subaru Impreza, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2026
Mileage
159,431 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 KVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Subaru
Model
Impreza
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS05 KVM was last recorded at 159,431 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 1,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,254 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,177 miles
Average per year
8,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,431 miles
  • 2025 – 158,254 miles
  • 2024 – 155,996 miles
  • 2023 – 152,697 miles
  • 2022 – 150,094 miles
  • 2021 – 139,982 miles
  • 2020 – 131,094 miles
  • 2019 – 121,580 miles
  • 2018 – 103,710 miles
  • 2017 – 89,919 miles
  • 2016 – 79,266 miles
  • 2015 – 71,971 miles
  • 2014 – 64,974 miles
  • 2013 – 56,737 miles
  • 2012 – 50,076 miles
  • 2011 – 42,256 miles
  • 2010 – 34,170 miles
  • 2009 – 25,665 miles
  • 2008 – 16,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail159,431 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke coming from exhaust when revs raised stationary (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail159,431 miles (+1,177)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,431 miles
    Test number
    977698573988
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke coming from exhaust when revs raised stationary (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass158,254 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    158,254 miles
    Test number
    907197108709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail158,253 miles (+7)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,253 miles
    Test number
    547774099794
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail158,246 miles (+2,250)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,246 miles
    Test number
    527857248295
    • DangerousRear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire back box heat shield laying on exhaust insecure (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to subframe and cradle corrosion risk of more damage (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed all over and in a very weak condition (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced split next to anti roll bar mounting (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine, sump and cam covers (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass155,996 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    155,996 miles
    Test number
    717567636741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail155,977 miles (+3,280)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,977 miles
    Test number
    930127980582
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe missing bolt (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass152,697 miles (+2,603)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    152,697 miles
    Test number
    402420122508
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front subrame + rear items (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySills covers fitted.

  8. Pass150,094 miles (+10,112)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    150,094 miles
    Test number
    132275228288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,982 miles
    Test number
    365593738410
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Fail139,982 miles (+8,888)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,982 miles
    Test number
    123012016130
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  11. Pass131,094 miles (+9,514)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,094 miles
    Test number
    932881918676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,580 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,580 miles
    Test number
    871680717829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,508 miles (+17,798)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,508 miles
    Test number
    310311260296
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  14. Pass103,710 miles (+13,791)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    103,710 miles
    Test number
    186151044220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,919 miles (+10,653)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,919 miles
    Test number
    427920352811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,266 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,266 miles
    Test number
    384746695583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,971 miles (+6,997)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    71,971 miles
    Test number
    776633223117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,974 miles (+8,237)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    64,974 miles
    Test number
    255731804320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,737 miles (+6,661)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,737 miles
    Test number
    899709593283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,076 miles (+7,820)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,076 miles
    Test number
    816701402348
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass42,256 miles (+8,086)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    42,256 miles
    Test number
    795532101364
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass34,170 miles (+8,505)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    34,170 miles
    Test number
    582553300319
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass25,665 miles (+8,759)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,665 miles
    Test number
    704046509380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,906 miles
    Test number
    474402708440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail16,906 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,906 miles
    Test number
    893672208388
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS05 KVM

Does LS05 KVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 KVM expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 KVM?
The MOT on LS05 KVM expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 KVM done?
LS05 KVM was recorded at 159,431 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 8,083 miles a year.
Has LS05 KVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 KVM has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 KVM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LS05 KVM find?
LS05 KVM failed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 9 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed excessive smoke coming from exhaust when revs raised stationary; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 9 more.

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